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PADI Open Water Diver

The PADI Open Water Diver course is a complete entry-level scuba diving course designed to take you from a non-diver with little or no prior experience to a certified scuba diver. This certification is recognised worldwide and is valid for life, to a maximum depth of 18 metres.
The programme consists of five knowledge classroom sessions, five confined water pool training dives, and four open water dives. During the course, you will practise and master the skills that you will need to be a safe and competent scuba diver, with your instructor devoting maximum time to teaching you fun and safe diving techniques. Almost anyone who is in good health with reasonable fitness and able to swim can learn to take the Open Water Course.

Start your PADI Open Water Course before you arrive in Thailand with PADI eLearning. By completing the knowledge development online, you’re ready to start having fun in the water as soon as you arrive.

Course Structure

Your PADI Open Water Diver 3-4 day course with eLearning*

Day 1 (8 am – 4 pm approx.)
Morning & Afternoon – eLearning quick review & Confined Water Training – Pool Training 1 – 5

Day 2 (7.15 am – 3 pm)
Open Water Dives 1 & 2 (maximum depth 12 meters)

Day 3 (7.15 am – 3 pm)
Open Water Dives 3 & 4 (maximum depth of 18 meters)

Included in the Course
Instructor Tuition
Full equipment hire
PADI eLearning
PADI Open Water Diver eCard on completion
Free use of dive computer
Breakfast, Lunch, and refreshments on boat dives
Maximum of 4 students per instructor
Accommodation at shiralea resort

Please note that the course manual is required by PADI standards for participation in the course.

Prerequisites

Minimum age: 10 years
Ability to swim 200 meters or snorkel for 300 meters using mask, snorkel & fins
Ability to float for 10 minutes
No medical issues or the ability to get medical clearance